TPF Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a fantastic independent accountancy practice based in Chatham who are looking for an Audit & Accounts Manager to join their ever expanding team. This is a great opportunity to hone your skills as you progress in your career. Our client is a highly reputable firm of chartered accountants. The practice services clients who are wide-ranging in size, industry and sector, and you will therefore get exposure to a wide variety of client types and split of audit and accounts work will approximately be 30& audit -70% accounts but will be catered around the candidates experience and aspirations. The successful candidate will be responsible for:
1. The role will focus mainly on delivering accountancy and tax services with ad-hoc audit.
2. Support a varied portfolio of clients.
3. Lead audits from planning through to completion, liaising with the team and client where necessary.
4. Host and conduct pre-audit and post-audit meetings with clients.
5. Provide accountancy and taxation advice and support to clients as necessary.
6. Conduct client meetings for the presentation of final draft accounts.
7. Lead and manage a small team of qualified and part-qualified accountants.
8. Mentor the team -- reviewing their work and encouraging prompt and high-quality delivery and service.
9. Develop and expand the team’s skillset through development plans and training and support.
10. Contribute to the firm’s growth by retaining existing clients and building relationships with prospective clients.